From auditions to the stage…

With the guidance of masters…

CBYE is a non-profit charitable organization that has been present in the community since 1991

CBYE is a non-profit charitable organization that has been present in the community since 1991

We are the only local dance organization who has provided an opportunity for students to share the stage with professional artists

Mission Statement

• To provide talented young dancers the opportunity to perform with professional artists, dancers, musicians and choreographers from auditions to grand finale.

Mission Statement

• To provide talented young dancers the opportunity to perform with professional artists, dancers, musicians and choreographers from auditions to grand finale.

• To work with the community in bringing arts and culture to all ages

at affordable prices.

Mission Statement

• To provide talented young dancers the opportunity to perform with professional artists, dancers, musicians and choreographers from auditions to grand finale.

• To work with the community in bringing arts and culture to all ages

at affordable prices.

• To develop an audience for the appreciation of the arts of all ages.

Over 100 performances….across 3 continents….

reaching an audience of over 1 million

Over 1,000 students have danced along side world-

renowned artists & musicians

“Dance opens the heart and spirit…it is the fire in the soul”-Alicia Alonso, Prima Ballerina National Ballet of Cuba

Auditions are open to dancers ages 7-18 within the Southern Ontario Region

What our youth are saying…“A wonderful experience. I ‘ll never forget it” – Kelly, 11 years old“I am a soccer sort of guy, and ballet helps me to move better” –Typhoon, 8 years old

“I just loved translating feelings into movement” -Gabriella, 13 years old“ I feel so alive when I am on stage” - Anthony, 17 years old

What The Critics are saying

“Their performances are the envy of New York, Toronto, and Los Angeles.”

– The Hamilton Spectator, Mixcracker 2009

Artist Collaborations

Eduardo BlancoChoreographer

National Ballet of Cuba

Rex Harrington

Principle DancerNational Ballet of Canada

Evelyn HartPrima Ballerina

National Ballet of CanadaAlicia Alonso

Prima Ballerina National Ballet of Cuba

Robert Glumbek

Cdn ChoreographerPro Arte Danza

Veronica Tennant

Prima BallerinaNational Ballet of Canada

Toller Cranston

Cdn Skater and Visual Artist

Robert Desrosiers

Cdn Choreographer

Roberto Campanella

Cdn ChoreographerPro Arte Danza

The Nutcracker A Christmas tradition since 1997

“No wonder Toronto dance fans are driving highway 403. No wonder people are coming from Rochester and Buffalo. This is

honest to goodness ballet.” – The Hamilton Spectator

Nutcracker goes to Havana, Cuba“CBYE is the first group of Canadian dancers to be on the Gran Teatro stage, the oldest theatre in the western hemisphere.” – China Central Television

Snow WhiteFrom Hamilton to Kiev, Ukraine with love

A brilliant philosophy involving young people with professional dance stars….everything from

classical pas de deux to romping jigs. -The Hamilton Spectator

“Every dancer from the National Ballet of Canada ought to have been at Hamilton Place to see how the real thing is done.” -The Hamilton Spectator, 2008

Giselle

Hansel & GretelCelebrating family valuesThis unforgettable staging demonstrated that as good will and cultural ties grow in strength neither limits nor borders or language barriers can contain the human spirit. - York University

Community Outreach ProgramsInspiring our youth to reach their full potential

Dancing with Books The Song within my Heart

CBYE has led over 100 elementary & high school workshops that are aligned with the Ontario Arts Curriculum in the areas of music, art and dance

Nutcracker Workshops with Jude Johnson, Hamilton’s Ambassador to Music

Educational Workshops have benefitted over 20,000 students

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• Cuban Relief with Alicia Alonso

Kids Helping Kids

Our young dancers fundraise to help under-privileged children come

see the Nutcracker

Sugar Plum Fairy’s Wish Fund & Hurricane Relief

Become a Friend of BalletBecome a Friend of Ballet

Help ignite the magic of Christmas by becoming a sponsor of this year’s Nutcracker.

Sponsorship Levels• Title Sponsor (please contact CBYE to customize a sponsorship package)

• Principle Sponsor $20,000 +

• Major Contributor $10,000+

Voice announcement prior to performance Corporate logo on all promotional materials Full page ad in the Nutcracker Program Web ad with link to your business website

Invitation to VIP reception 10 tickets Full Income tax receipt

Corporate logo recognized on some promotional materials

Invitation to VIP reception

Full page ad in the Nutcracker Program 10 tickets Web ad with link to your business website Full Income tax receipt

Sponsorship Levels

• Benefactor $5,000+

• Patron $2,500+

• Supporter $1,000+

Corporate logo recognized on some promotional materials Invitation to VIP reception One half page ad in Nutcracker program, web ad 4 tickets Web ad with link to your business website Income tax receipt

Invitation to VIP reception 2 tickets Mention in Nutcracker Program, Donor Recognition Income tax receipt One quarter page ad in Nutcracker program, web ad

Mention in Nutcracker Program, Donor Recognition Invitation to VIP reception

2 tickets Income tax receipt

Sponsorship Levels

• Friend $500 +

• Every Child Deserves to See the Nutcracker $50

• Promotional Advertisement

Mention in Nutcracker Program, Donor Recognition Income tax receipt

Mention in Nutcracker Program, Donor Recognition Income tax receipt

Business card size ($250) Quarter Page ($375) Half Page ($500) Full Page ($1,000)

Let us help you & your business• Our audience…an attractive consumer mix:

• educational matinee performance, attended by teachers and students of all ages from Southern Ontario

• public performances are attended by young families (with their numerous purchasing demands), seniors and grandparents attending the ballet with their grandchildren, for a gratifying traditional Nutcracker

• This year’s audience estimated to be in excess 3,000 over the course of 5 shows

• Your business will be featured in our high-quality professionally designed and printed program

• 6 months of free promotional advertising by having your website link posted on our web-site

Our Marketing Strategy• Headed by the professional operating and marketing team

at Burlington Performing Arts Centre

• Geographical areas:

• Hamilton Region: extending to Burlington, Stoney Creek, Ancaster, Dundas, Flamborough, Glanbrook

• Niagara Region: including Grimsby and Beamsville

• Brant County and Haldimand-Norfolk: including Caledonia, Hagersville and Dunnville

• Halton Region: including Oakville and Southampton

• Advertising through Santa Claus parades, local newspapers, mailing distribution lists, flyer distribution, storefront signs, outdoor banners, and radio

• Over 500,000 flyers distributed

• Aligns with the approved City of Burlington’s Cultural Action Plan

• Strengthens economic prosperity and quality of life

• Increases the profile of Burlington’s arts and culture

• Increases travel and tourism

CBYE has contributed to over $2.5 million to city income

Benefits to the

A community tradition 1997 –

2014

•Over 100 performances

•Viewed by over 1 million

Special Recognition for Festival

of the Year

Arts & Entertainment

Ambassador 2009

The generosity of your sponsorship

is fundamental to sustain the growth

and success of the arts.  Commit to the dream today.

145 Main Street East

Hamilton, Ontario L8N 1G4

(905) 512-1453

www.cbye.ca| info@cbye.ca